Football Preview: ED White Commanders vs. Merritt Island Mustangs
The ED White Commanders will square off against the Merritt Island Mustangs at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. ED White will be looking to extend their current three-game winning streak.
Last Friday, ED White strolled past Parker with points to spare, taking the game 21-6.
Joseph Williams had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown, and also picked up 45 receiving yards. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. ED White also got help from Landon Francis, who showed off his sure hands for 104 receiving yards.
Another reason for the win was ED White's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. Leading the way was Mark Shiloh with two. Javon Johnson was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, forcing a fumble, and forcing a fumble.
Meanwhile, Merritt Island narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past St. Cloud 26-23. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Mustangs.
Delvonte Williams had a dynamite game for Merritt Island, rushing for 176 yards. Another player making a difference was Donterrius Robinson Jr., who picked up 102 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Merritt Island's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Courtland Campbell and Jace Jordan. Jordan is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made seven or more in the last six games he's played dating back to last season.
Merritt Island was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 251 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
ED White's record is now 3-1. As for Merritt Island, they pushed their record up to 4-1 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. ED White has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 159.5 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Merritt Island struggles in that department as they've been averaging 169.2. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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